Lemon Mug Cake

4.0
(10)

This is a simply delicious cake that takes very little time to prep!

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Prep Time:
2 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
12 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 pinch salt

  • cup milk

  • cup light brown sugar

  • ½ teaspoon olive oil

  • 1 small egg

  • ¼ cup lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

  • butter for greasing

Directions

  1. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk together milk, brown sugar, olive oil, egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a separate bowl. Add milk mixture to flour mixture and stir until batter is well combined, leaving a few lumps.

  2. Grease a large microwave-safe mug with butter. Pour batter into the mug. Microwave for 3 minutes. Remove and leave to set for 5 minutes.

Cook's Note:

Sprinkle mug cake with a mixture of lemon zest and powdered sugar for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

330 Calories
5g Fat
66g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 330
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 697mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate 66g 24%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 39g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 234mg 18%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 211mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.